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Storm damage roof report in East Shalford, Surrey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in East Shalford, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
Surveys for landlords and agents in East Shalford
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Storm damage roof report in East Shalford
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. Typical surveys look at flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and new damp or leaks inside, across gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
In a village or hamlet like East Shalford, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- East Shalford (GU4)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in East Shalford
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Take a building like Tillingbourne Junior School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. Those photos show the damage as it was. In a place like East Shalford, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Wind, rain and roofs in East Shalford
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. The wider area around East Shalford has a long history of building, with Chilworth Manor about 0.9 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live near a park such as Shalford Mill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Thomas, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
East Shalford is about 2 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. In East Shalford, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the GU4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around East Shalford: Shalford (1 mile south-west), Chilworth (1 mile east), Broadford (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile west) and Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Reigate (15 miles east).
Near you in East Shalford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Shalford Mill, Guildford High School and The Queen Victoria pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Shalford station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find St. Luke’s Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.4 miles north-west). The countryside around East Shalford includes St Martha's Hill and Pewley Down.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around East Shalford often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in East Shalford, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
What else we do in East Shalford
Common questions in East Shalford
Do you carry out roof surveys in East Shalford?
We do. The survey and report are the same in East Shalford as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Shalford?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.